Bike Transport companies

Alan1986 · Spanner Monkey Joined: 02 Jan 2016 Karma :

Hi,

I have found a 125 I want now I have completed CBT,
I am going to arrange a viewing soon and will probably buy,

It's a private seller, does anyone know of a decent bike Transport company? Any experience with any?

I will probably leave them to pick the bike up while I'm at home, so will need the private seller to be ready, be nice if I could also choose the pick up time,
I could be there at the pickup as I have a car, should I be there for that?

The bike is 40 odd miles away from me and I don't have much experience riding apart from the CBT a few weeks ago,

Basically I would like the bike delivered in one piece,
I have considered hiring a van but would probably struggle with strapping the bike upright,

I am in Birmingham the Midlands if that makes any difference,

Thanks

Edit
A2b motorcycle movers have some good reviews, Probably use them, requesting a quote now
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Val · World Chat Champion Joined: 03 Nov 2012 Karma :

Have you tried to ask the seller for delivery against a small fee and driving him back with your car?
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Alan1986 · Spanner Monkey Joined: 02 Jan 2016 Karma :

Yea I have thought of that,

The owner of the bike is not there(working away) the bike is at his brothers so unsure if he rides,

The bike belongs to a user on here and seems a good deal,
Compared to what I have been looking at more local,
Might just end up paying the money, waiting on a few quotes
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adam277 · Spanner Monkey Joined: 28 Jul 2012 Karma :

Renting a van for a day is quite cheap.
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J.M. · World Chat Champion Joined: 27 Mar 2011 Karma :

Just ride it. Take it slow, go at a quiet time, and take a break if you're feeling taxed. You'll be fine!

When were you thinking of collecting the bike/having it delivered? Do you have a friend that rides that could ride it back for you instead?

Careful with some "man with a van" type things on Gumtree. I used a guy to take my old bike from London to Leicester and he showed up without a ramp or ropes or ratchet straps or anything. I wanted to move the bike more than I cared about its condition so I lay it on its side and used some old rope I had lying around.

I've used S.O.S. motorcycles before to have a broken down bike recovered. They were very good, but I think they may be a bit pricey.

If you want to ride it and are a bit unsure, I'm in Birmingham. If I'm free whenever you want to collect it I wouldn't mind coming along for the ride if that gives you extra confidence.
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Alan1986 · Spanner Monkey Joined: 02 Jan 2016 Karma :

I agree with the pussy thing abit,

But I have just enough cash to buy the bike really,
Was going to buy it and save up for insurance, helmet etc

Was just a decent price so didn't want to let it go,
Should probably just save up longer really
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Ste · Not Work Safe Joined: 01 Sep 2002 Karma :

Use breakdown cover to get the bike home. Wink

You've lost the keys but luckily the steering lock isn't on so they can load it into their van easily enough.

For bonus points, use someone elses any vehicle breakdown cover. Laughing

But as you say you've not got the cash for insurance, a helmet and other stuff, there's no point rushing into anything even if it is a decent price as there'll be something else just as good next week.

andyscooter · World Chat Champion Joined: 30 May 2009 Karma :

there is no way I would have a bike sat round uninsured

you cant afford to insure you cant afford to replace if it vanishes over night
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Alan1986 · Spanner Monkey Joined: 02 Jan 2016 Karma :

Yea your all right,

I just want a bike, since I have done cbt I come on here and you all have bikes,
I drive on the motorway and see motorbikes,
Go shopping and see motorbikes parked up,

Waiting is difficult, couple more months I'll have enough money for everything I need,
Probably should just wait and dream then lol

Getting a payrise soon and also moving in with the Mrs so that halves my outgoings,

Damn waiting game,
Glad I'm against financing though, it is an option but don't want a debt
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bigup · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 22 Jul 2008 Karma :

also try anyvan.com

you put the job you want doing and companies bid for the work with no obligation to buy.

usually around £1 a mile i have found

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Alan1986 · Spanner Monkey Joined: 02 Jan 2016 Karma :

I'll just wait,

Prices may go up during the summer when I'll have enough cash,

Only had my first go on a bike in January and want to get back at it, no point in skinting myself out for what will be a hobby I suppose, maybe I can treat myself to a pair of gloves or something this weekend,

The moving in with the Mrs thing I assumed everything would just be halves lol

I'll deffinatly need a bike to get out the house, I will get lots of practice then I'm sure, I have been testing staying round hers,
She made my lunch for work for a week but that has stopped already and I haven't officially moved in yet
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stevo as b4 · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 Jul 2003 Karma :

Moving in with the Mrs, and everything will just be half? Shocked

In that case you should get the money spent on something right now, or never see it again. You need to buy something that is obviously soon to become obsolete and therefore not worth anything so it's not worth selling and all that!

Alan1986 · Spanner Monkey Joined: 02 Jan 2016 Karma :

Got a reply from A2b motorcycle movers,

40 miles........
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120quid

I was not expecting that much at all, robbery,

I'll get a bike locally in a couple of months and ride it home
Failing that I'll push it
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Bridgehouse · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 11 Dec 2015 Karma :

In my quest for an old sh*tter to rebuild I seem to come across more 125's than anything else. All sorts of condition, and prices to suit any wallet.

I reckon there must be 10 under a grand within 20 miles of me (excluding the Chinese bikes).

My vote goes to wait for a close one, ride it home, pocket man points and avoid feeling like a pussy for getting someone else to do your man chore of getting it home.
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Bridgehouse · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 11 Dec 2015 Karma :

In my quest for an old sh*tter to rebuild I seem to come across more 125's than anything else. All sorts of condition, and prices to suit any wallet.

I reckon there must be 10 under a grand within 20 miles of me (excluding the Chinese bikes).

My vote goes to wait for a close one, ride it home, pocket man points and avoid feeling like a pussy for getting someone else to do your man chore of getting it home.
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Alan1986 · Spanner Monkey Joined: 02 Jan 2016 Karma :

I am waiting now,

Went and bought some gloves today to fill the biking urge,
Probably get a helmet in a week or so or next payday,

Decided I'll pace myself and get all the gear I need,
Then I'll buy a bike when I can afford the insurance right away and ride it home
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Bridgehouse · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 11 Dec 2015 Karma :

charlieh777 · Derestricted Danger Joined: 06 Sep 2015 Karma :

you could pay a driver to ride it back

andyscooter · World Chat Champion Joined: 30 May 2009 Karma :

personally I wouldn't of done the cbt until I was ready to do the rest as now you are wasting the cbt as you cant use it
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Alan1986 · Spanner Monkey Joined: 02 Jan 2016 Karma :

stevo as b4 · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 Jul 2003 Karma :

CBT first I think was a good way to go. It gives you a taste of bikes and riding if you didn't have any prior experience or interest. And wets your appetite for the rest when your ready and can afford it etc.

You could have gone out for 2months buying the riding gear and not had the cash to get the license or CBT done, and then found you didn't get on very well or lost confidence or interest, but with a house full of bike gear to sell or give away etc.